Author Archives: Heidi Thaden-Pierce

Story Behind the Photo | Denton Birth Photography

A midwife’s care is beyond compare.

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Cesarean Birth Video

Because many locations don’t allow video in the OR, I thought this was a wonderful clip to share. It is a birth, obviously, so if you are squeamish or feeling sensitive about a cesarean birth experience then please be cautious … Continue reading

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Your Birth Story

During each birth I try to take notes on my phone – funny comments made, where and how mom labored, when she started pushing, the first nursing session, etc. Then after the birth I type up that timeline and add … Continue reading

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Welcome to the World, Son! | Denton Birth Photography

This amazing father supported his wife through labor, caught his son as she pushed so beautifully, and gently placed that sweet baby right into his arms. Then there was the newborn exam, congratulations from the family, and getting settled. After … Continue reading

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Inspiration

Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away.

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Story Behind the Photo | Denton Birth Photography

Grandmother came racing in from out of state, arriving literally two minutes before mom began pushing. Grandfather wasn’t able to make it, but minutes after the birth he was on the phone to wish his daughter joy on her new … Continue reading

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Childbirth Class

Because of work commitments I am not offering the childbirth class at this time. If you are in need of a class please feel free to contact me and I can help connect you with local resources. In some situations … Continue reading

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Inspiration

Making the decision to have a child – it’s momentous. It is to decide forever to have your heart go walking outside your body. – Elizabeth Stone

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Testimonials

In a way my goal as a doula is to help parents gain the skills & knowledge to birth even without a doula! Though I think a doula can benefit every birth, of course. 😉 Knowing they feel more confident … Continue reading

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Story Behind the Photo | Denton Birth Photography

This is part of the difference of hospital vs. out of hospital birth – for the newborn exam instead of being taken to a warmer the midwife exams the baby right there on the bed with mom and dad, so … Continue reading

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